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Keratoplasty in Herpes Simplex Infection

Key Concepts Herpes simplex virus (HSV) keratitis is the most frequent cause of unilateral corneal blindness and the most frequent indication for keratoplasty in developed countries. HSV keratitis is a complex, multifaceted disease, and successful treatment requires a clear understanding…

Eyelid Infections

Key Concepts Infections of the periocular skin may herald systemic disease and can spread to the ocular surface. Patients with cutaneous ocular herpes simplex are at risk for herpetic keratitis. Herpes zoster infection may lead to lagophthalmos, corneal hypesthesia, neurotrophic…